Senior System Engineer

NACOS MARINE SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in maritime automation is looking for a Senior System Engineer in Singapore. You will design marine automation systems, conduct testing, and support management and stakeholders. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline and 5 years of industry experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the marine or OT industry.
• Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 standard programming languages.
• Knowledge of OT interface communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer marine automation systems.
• Conduct system functionality testing during the engineering phase.
• Carry out on-site commissioning and service of automation systems.

Skills

Networking knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Cybersecurity awareness

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Electronic or Software Engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Company Overview

NACOS Marine is a globally integrated leader in maritime automation, navigation, and control systems. With decades of expertise and a legacy of delivering trusted, innovative solutions, NACOS Marine is continually setting new standards for safer, smarter, and more efficient ship operations around the world.

As part of our continued growth, NACOS Marine Singapore is seeking a talented Senior System Engineer (m/f/d) to join our team in Singapore on a permanent basis. You will help us shape the future of maritime technologies, complementing our strong global workforce of 700 employees across more than 10 countries. To build a better tomorrow, we need the best talent today - professionals with the right skills, experience, and a winning attitude.

Your Responsibilities

• Design and engineer marine automation systems, including preparing documentation such as functional descriptions and test protocols
• Conduct system, subsystem, and functionality testing during the engineering phase
• Carry out on-site commissioning and service of automation systems, including overseas assignments
• Provide technical solutions and support for Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) documentation
• Participate in internal project status meetings and milestone reviews
• Ensure adherence to quality and security procedures
• Facilitate and conduct in-house Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
• Facilitate or participate in supplier equipment FAT
• Offer advice on design modifications when problems are detected
• Take part in onboard acceptance tests and sea trials (also overseas)
• Assist team members in resolving quality or design issues
• Provide support to management and external/internal stakeholders

Your Profile

• Bachelor of Science in a relevant discipline (e.g., electrical, electronic, or software engineering), ideally with a focus on OT systems
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the marine or OT industry
• Familiarity with IEC 61131-3 standard programming languages
• Solid networking knowledge
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and organizational skills
• General cybersecurity awareness
• Knowledge of OT interface communication protocols (e.g., MODBUS RTU, MODBUS TCP/IP, CANBUS, IEC61162-1, -2, -450)
• Understanding of platform equipment functionality (valves, pumps, switchgear, etc.)
• Willingness to travel overseas
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

Why choose us and why we’d choose you?

At NACOS, we’re about more than getting the job done. We empower people to take ownership, embrace responsibility, and shape their own path. Innovation here thrives on collaboration, curiosity, and the courage to seize opportunities and drive change.

Authenticity is key. We believe that when you can truly be yourself at work, great things happen. We’re open, honest, and committed to learning from our experiences. We foster an environment where every voice matters, where people feel valued, supported, and safe to grow.

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed based on their talents and contributions.

Does this sound like the right opportunity for you? We’d love to hear from you, please submit your application today, and we’ll be in touch soon.